Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that adopting local culture in Nigeria’s democracy will go a long way in strengthening the county’s democracy. Obasanjo spoke on Wednesday in Abeokuta during the valedictory service organised in honour of the outgoing Vice-Chancellor of Chrisland University, Abeokuta, Prof. Chinedum Babalola. He stressed the need for rethinking democracy, saying…
On May 3, 2023, Manipur, a northeastern state in India, was rocked by violent protests that led to property damage and loss of life. The All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur (ATSUM) organized a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ in the Torbung area of Churachandpur district to protest against the demand of non-tribal Meiteis for Scheduled Tribe status,…
The Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign hit the city of Akure today, Saturday 14th January, with a groundbreaking mega rally showcasing Mr Peter Obi and Dr Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, its Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates, for next month’s elections. As has now become his unique camppaign brand, Mr Peter Obi led his Obi-Datti team on a…
A devastating Russian missile strike in Ukraine claims civilian lives. Explore the tragic incident in Hroza, uncovering its impact on the community, and the urgent call for international support. In a horrifying turn of events, a Russian missile struck the peaceful village of Hroza in Ukraine, leaving a trail of destruction and despair. Ukrainian officials…
The newest edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE), the world’s first national-level exposition dedicated to imports, opened on Tuesday in Shanghai. Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 7th CIIE and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum. China has continued to walk the talk in expanding opening…
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Imo State has declared a one-week suspension of campaigns, to mourn the four persons gruesomely murdered by gunmen during an invasion of the residence of the party’s House of Representatives candidate for Ideato North/South federal constituency of the State, Ikenga Ugochinyere, at the weekend. Recall that on…
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has cautioned African nations and clubs against the habit of subjecting visiting teams to inhuman treatment by failing to provide adequate transportation, accommodations, or training facilities. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Motsepe made the remarks on Tuesday during a media briefing at the CAF 46th Ordinary General Assembly…
Philippe Lazzarini, the head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, expressed grave concerns about the dire situation in northern Gaza, stating on X, “No end to hell.” He reported that at least 400,000 individuals remain trapped in the region, many of whom are disregarding evacuation orders due to the pervasive belief that no area…
Rwanda’s Ministry of Health has announced new guidelines to curb the spread of the Marburg virus disease (MVD) following an alarming rise in fatalities. The ministry said in a statement that the death toll from the MVD has reached eight, with 26 confirmed cases and 18 individuals currently in isolation and receiving treatment. In response…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in collaboration with ECOBANK Plc on Tuesday in Abuja unveiled a 6-month training programme for the empowerment of West African women traders. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the programme seeks to empower women-led businesses by supporting and enhancing their growth, leveraging the African Continental…
